Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
SYS.OK|MANUAL.DB● LIVE
HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2002HIGHLANDER 4WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESHIFT LINKAGESHIFT CABLESERVICE AND REPAIR
2002 Toyota Highlander 4WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)
Shift Cable: Service and Repair
2002 Toyota Highlander 4WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)SECTION Service and Repair
REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL ASSY CENTER
2. REMOVE FLOOR CARPET COVER CENTER RH
3. REMOVE FLOOR CARPET COVER CENTER LH
4. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL LOWER CENTER
5. REMOVE BATTERY
6. REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSY
7. REMOVE AIR CLEANER HOSE NO. 1
8. REMOVE FLOOR SHIFT TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE ASSY
a. Remove the nut from the control shaft lever.
b. Disconnect the control cable from the control abaft lever.
c. Remove the clip and disconnect the control cable from the control cable bracket.
d. Disconnect the control cable from the control cable clamp.
e. Disconnect the cable end from the rod of the floor shift assy.
f. Remove the 2 nuts.
g. Remove the 3 bolts.
h. Pull out the control cable from the body.
9. INSTALL FLOOR SWIFT TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE ASSY
a. Pull in the control cable to the body.
b. Install the 3 bolts.
Torque: 4.9 Nm (50 kgf-cm, 43 inch lbs.)
c. Install the cable end, as shown in the illustration.
HINT: Install it with the uneven surface facing up.
d. Install the control cable and 2 nuts.
Torque: 11.8 Nm (122 kgf-cm, 9 ft. lbs.)
e. Connect the control cable to the control cable clamp.
f. Temporarily install the control cable to the control shaft lever with nuts.
g. Install the control cable and clip to the bracket.
10. INSTALL AIR CLEANER ASSY
11. ADJUST SHIFT LEVER POSITION
12. INSPECT SHIFT LEVER POSITION
1. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL ASSY CENTER
2. REMOVE FLOOR CARPET COVER CENTER RH
3. REMOVE FLOOR CARPET COVER CENTER LH
4. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL LOWER CENTER
5. REMOVE BATTERY
6. REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSY
7. REMOVE AIR CLEANER HOSE NO. 1
8. REMOVE FLOOR SHIFT TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE ASSY
a. Remove the nut from the control shaft lever.
b. Disconnect the control cable from the control abaft lever.
c. Remove the clip and disconnect the control cable from the control cable bracket.
d. Disconnect the control cable from the control cable clamp.
e. Disconnect the cable end from the rod of the floor shift assy.
f. Remove the 2 nuts.
g. Remove the 3 bolts.
h. Pull out the control cable from the body.
9. INSTALL FLOOR SWIFT TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE ASSY
a. Pull in the control cable to the body.
b. Install the 3 bolts.
Torque: 4.9 Nm (50 kgf-cm, 43 inch lbs.)
c. Install the cable end, as shown in the illustration.
HINT: Install it with the uneven surface facing up.
d. Install the control cable and 2 nuts.
Torque: 11.8 Nm (122 kgf-cm, 9 ft. lbs.)
e. Connect the control cable to the control cable clamp.
f. Temporarily install the control cable to the control shaft lever with nuts.
g. Install the control cable and clip to the bracket.
10. INSTALL AIR CLEANER ASSY
11. ADJUST SHIFT LEVER POSITION
12. INSPECT SHIFT LEVER POSITION
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
Recommended Tools & Savings
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.